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Here are some more close up photos with measurement detail. The tools used and material list and FAQ are below.
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| Tube to pole measurement |
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| Back of the bracket mount. Don't forget to add caulk to seal the holes |
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| Use step bits to enlarge the the hole to 5/8" for axle |
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| vertical measurement |
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| vertical measurement |
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| Total height |
FAQ:
1. How strong is your wheel? Can I tow the boat with these
wheels behind my car?
A:
2. Can this launch wheel be used in salt water.
A: It is not recommended. As you see, the build material are mostly not rated for salt
water or brackish water. If you must use your in ocean you should replace all materials with stainless parts. Only the 5/16
nuts and bolt are stainless in my material list
3. How difficult of this build?
A: I will be frank with you that
most of the build is just about cutting and sanding. It is not that difficult. The
most difficult part for me is to measure and mark where to drill and mount
these angle pieces on the transom. The way I do it is to use a
cardboard to cut a template, tape it on the transom, partially assembly the
pole and the brackets, then play with the location for these bracket. Check all the dimension, adjust and make sure the wheels are cleared the tube. Then I drilled the holes and put everything together. With all the parts available it took me two/three hours
to put everything together. That is not so bad.
4. Can you mod the design to add a spring and notches to
make it even easier to put the wheel up and down as on some of the expensive wheel
kit?
A: I think it is not that difficult to add these features to
the design. But I have no plan to do it at this time. For one I like simple,
clean, and reliable design. Using a pin to hold the wheels up and down is really
not that difficult at all. Adding more parts is just adding more cost, more
build time, and more possible points of failure. So simple is the best.
Tools used:
Metal file – file down the sharp metals after cutting https://amzn.to/2FvxdR5
Wrenches: to install the bolt https://amzn.to/2W0SIOX
Ratchet with sockets: to install the bolt https://amzn.to/2MdXTGG
Drill with bit: Drill holes to transom for installation https://amzn.to/2Dfq05p
Step Bit: to enlarge hole for axel installation https://amzn.to/2DaWJsq
Material:
Qty2: 10 in. Pneumatic Tire on White Wheels https://amzn.to/2Mbr5xP
Qty 1: 1-1/4 in. x 36 in. Zinc-Plated Punched Square Tube https://www.homedepot.com/p/Everbilt-1-1-4-in-x-36-in-Zinc-Plated-Punched-Square-Tube-803047/206939537
(cut to two 18” pieces)
Qty1: 1-1/2 in. x 14-Gauge x 48 in. Zinc-Plated Slotted
Angle https://www.homedepot.com/p/Crown-Bolt-1-1-2-in-x-14-Gauge-x-48-in-Zinc-Plated-Slotted-Angle-802417/204225778
(cut to four 7-1/2” pieces as mounting
brackets)
Qty 2: 5/8” 4in Hex bolt (use as wheel axels)
Qty 2: 5/8” lock nuts
Qty 2: 5/8” washers
Qty 8: 5/16-18 1-1/2in stainless Hex bolts
Qty 2: 5/16-18 2in stainless Hex bolts
Qty 10: 5/16-18 nuts
Qty 10: 5/16 lock washers
Qty 2: 1/4 in. x 2 in pins
DAP Alex Plus White Acrylic Latex Caulk Plus Silicone https://www.homedepot.com/p/DAP-Alex-Plus-10-1-oz-White-Acrylic-Latex-Caulk-Plus-Silicone-18103/100097524About Me and Contact
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